10 Best Hedge Trimmers for 2018

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Today on PatioMate we’ll be talking to you about the best hedge trimmers available on the market.

In each review we’ll be covering purchase prices, best deals, running costs and the specifications for each trimmer, as well as the pros and cons for each product. We’ve also included a handy buying guide, to help you get to grips with the different types of trimmers available on the market

We’ll start with the best selling hedge trimmers and then move our way onto our top 10 picks!

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Different Types of Hedge Trimmers | Buyers Guide

It can be a little overwhelming picking a new hedge trimmer as there are so many different types available, with different specifications, weights, battery lifespans etc…

Fear not, we’ve broken down the basics of the different types of hedge cutters available below. So whether you’re looking for one to do some occasional maintenance in the garden, or if you’re a commercial user that needs power and durability, we’re here to help!

Petrol, Electric or Cordless?

Petrol hedge cutters are suitable for commercial users or for those of us that have larger gardens & hedges. They’re not restricted by proximity to an electrical socket and are more powerful than their electrical variants. They are heavier than electric cutters and will require more maintenance. On-going costs are also higher due to the exorbitant cost of petrol in the U.K.

PROS:

Powerful

Doesn’t require access to electricity

CONS:

Requires regular maintenance

Higher upfront cost

More expensive to run than electrical trimmers

Electric hedge cutters tend to be fairly cheap and lightweight, with most of them weighing in at around 2 to 7kg. The relative ease of use and affordability of electric trimmers makes them more popular for home users than a petrol or cordless variant. They’re ideal for smaller gardens and general gardening tasks.

PROS:

Cheapest

Powerful enough to deal with smaller gardens

Lightweight

CONS:

You’ll need access to an electrical socket

The incessant fear of cutting the electrical cord!

Cordless hedge cutters are great for tending to the garden if you’ve got no access to an outside electrical socket. They’re fairly light and are about as powerful as the corded electrical trimmers. Battery life ranges from 20 to 60+ minutes on a single charge, as such, they’re suited more to small to medium sized gardens.

PROS:

Affordable

No trouble with cords getting tangled

CONS:

More expensive than standard electrical cutters

Battery life can sometimes be an issue and replacement batteries aren’t cheap

Blade Length

The blade length plays a large part in how quickly you’ll be able to cut through your hedge! The longer the blade is, the quicker you’ll be done, however, this adds extra weight to the trimmer and that means you’ll fatigue faster. You won’t impress the missus with a longer blade and she’ll be laughing at you for having to take a break if you catch our drift 😉

If you’ve got a small hedgerow or the occasional shrub you need to tend to, we recommend 40cm blades or thereabouts. For larger jobs, 50cm+ should do the trick.

Weight

While it may seem trivial, considering most trimmers are less than 10kg, it pays to do your research and get a trimmer that is as light as possible, without sacrificing blade length, battery time or Wattage/CC.

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This hedge trimmer from Bosch is our absolute favourite and the positive reviews across the web only cement our stance. 95% of users have rated this product 4 stars or more.

The 18v battery can be fully charged in 60 minutes and has a run-time of 40 minutes. Perfect for small to medium sized gardens and this trimmer will tackle branches up to 25mm in diameter. Replacement or extras batteries are fairly inexpensive and are usually priced around or below £30.

What sets this trimmer apart from others in this price range is the added features.

The quick-cut technology ensures a perfect cut in one swift motion, preventing the need for revisiting the same area over and over, reducing fatigue and extended the blades life-span. It also comes with an innovative anti-blocking system which causes the blade to reverse if a jam occurs and the Syneon chip controls energy consumption and power output based on the strength required for the task at hand, extending the battery life, so you can hopefully finish the entire garden in 1 charge!

It offers a relatively low noise solution compared to other petrol powered trimmers, although we still recommend purchasing hearing protection!

You’ll need 2-stroke oil as well as petrol to use this trimmer, this adds to the cost of running, but it’s well worth it for those that don’t have access to electrical sockets.

It has a 21.7cc 2-stroke engine with 0.8hp of power. It comes with a handy soft start pull cord, which reduces resistance up to 40%, making it much easier to start than traditional petrol-powered trimmers.

Bosch know their outdoor tools and this trimmer is no exception. Excellent value and perfect for larger gardens and hedges. With a massive 70cm blade and 35mm tooth opening, this cutter will have no troubles cutting back whatever you can throw at it.

With an ergonomic grip, its lightweight composure and high power will cut through your shrubs and hedges like a hot knife through butter.

It is very highly rated, with 94% of users leaving a 4-star+ review, based on 245 reviews.

This extendable pole hedge trimmer is a #1 best seller on Amazon. This is due to the low cost to high power ratio. Most high quality pole trimmers start in the £120 range.

It comes supplied with a 48cm laser-cut and diamond ground steel blade and a 50cm extendable handle for those hard to reach spots.

You can adjust the cutting angle to ensure perfect ergonomic posture, regardless of your cutting situation. The free shoulder strap comes with a quick-release and the cutter guard provide much needed protection while working.

If you’re looking for something that can tackle a small garden without breaking the budget. Then we highly recommend the Flymo EasiCut 420.

84% of users have left a 4-star or higher rating based on 167 customer reviews.

This small and lightweight cutter is perfect for smaller jobs outside. It does have a rather long charging time of 3 hours, but at nearly half the price of every other cordless trimmer on the market, you need to take the good with the bad.

PROS:

Very Light

Decent Operating Time

Good for Small Gardens

CONS:

Long Charging Time

Battery Suffers from Memory Issues if not Correctly Maintained!

Don’t Forget!

Hedge trimmers are dangerous. Make sure you’ve got safety gloves and gogglesbefore tending to the garden.

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